SpaceX has not officially confirmed a date for its upcoming Starship test flight, but a possible launch date of September 15, 2026, has been reported based on a document submitted to the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) at the end of August. The launch would need approval from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), which has the final authority over all aerial and space activities involving U.S. airspace. This would be the 14th test flight of the Starship version 3, known as IFT-14, and would take place from SpaceX’s Starbase facility in Boca Chica, Texas. This flight would carry around 20 operational Starlink V3 satellites, marking the first real deployment of the third-generation Starlink satellites designed to provide global broadband internet. The main objective is to achieve a full orbital flight, which would differ from previous suborbital test flights that did not complete a full orbit of Earth. The flight would also include a tentative attempt to recover the spacecraft upon its return, although this is not certain. Elon Musk had previously mentioned that such a recovery attempt might happen "within a few months," but it is not guaranteed to occur on this specific flight. The booster, however, will not be recovered and is expected to land in the Gulf of Mexico. SpaceX recently completed its engine testing campaign at the end of August, including static ignition tests for the six engines of the Ship 41 and the 33 engines of the Super Heavy booster. The company also shared images of Ship 40, which remained intact after landing in the Indian Ocean during the previous flight. These tests are critical steps in preparing for the flight and ensuring the spacecraft's systems are functioning properly. The proposed September 15 launch date is a planning target and not guaranteed. It depends on the FAA’s approval, which must assess an unprecedented scenario involving a deorbit maneuver over inhabited areas. This adds complexity to the regulatory process, as the FAA needs to ensure public safety and comply with all legal requirements before granting final approval. The outcome of this review will determine whether the flight can proceed as planned.